Synonyms for pendulous
ˈpɛn dʒə ləs, ˈpɛn dyə-, -də-pen·du·lous

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1. cernuous, drooping, nodding, pendulous, weepingadjective

   having branches or flower heads that bend downward

   "nodding daffodils"; "the pendulous branches of a weeping willow"; "lilacs with drooping panicles of fragrant flowers"

   Synonyms:
   sagging, lachrymose, dolourous, drooping, dolorous, nodding, cernuous, weeping, flagging, tearful, droopy

   Antonyms:
   upright, vertical, erect

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1. pendulousadjective

   Synonyms:
   hanging, PENDENT

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